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Wednesday, February 6, 2013

Black and White Chevron Kitchen Reveal

It has been 4 long months since I have started transforming this kitchen. It has been cold and snowy for most of that time. Making it miserable to do anything in there. But finally, it is done. I am so happy about it and I can't wait to show you it.Drum roll, please.

Let's go back and see what the rest of the room looked like before.

Here it is now.

I started by painting the room a medium gray and painting the ceiling and cabinetry white. At first, I had no plans for adding anything to the cabinet doors but they were looking really boring. I decided to do a simple border around the doors, but my husband suggested doing something different and I immediately fell in love with doing a chevron design.

We updated the lighting, faucet, counter tops and handles.

We covered the hideous ceramic tile floor by using old Flor carpet tiles that I had leftover from my now closed photography studio.

We took out the Lack book case that was the home to our microwave and toaster oven and put in Billy book cases to act as a pantry. I painstakingly painted the chevrons on each Billy door. (one of the many problems I encountered in the remodel)

I added glass shelves in front of the window to display glassware and some decorative glass.

I moved the pots and pans to a chrome shelf in front of the other window.

I came across this blog post by Flamingo Toes who made an utensil sunburst mirror. I thought that it would look great in my kitchen. So I made my own version.

These Kassett boxes hold extra spices, food and baking supplies. The vase is holding my wedding bouquet that my mom made out of faux flowers, brooches and feathers.

I had a collection of fortunes from when I get Chinese food that were hanging out in the kitchen. I thought it was a neat idea to frame them and use as art.

I painted the insides of all the cabinet doors with chalkboard paint and drew a herringbone pattern on them.

I found these mini containers at the Dollar Tree 10 for $1. I decided to use them for my spices. I love them.

That is it. I absolutely love it. It is very unique. It is finally organized. I tripled the amount of pantry space we had originally. It functions so much better for us. The best part is that this transformation only cost about $1,200.Here is a break down of the cost:PaintColor Place Interior Semi Gloss White Paint $40 (Walmart)Valspar Chalkboard Paint $13 (Lowe's)Valspar Gloss Black Paint (for trim) $18 (Lowe's)LightingTidig Ceiling Light Fixture $40 (Ikea)Grundtal Spotlights $25 (Ikea)

I LOVE your kitchen! I love the black and white with touches of red. I love the chevrons and the utensil sunburst mirror is too cute! I also love the chalkboard paint inside the cabinets. Fabulous makeover!!!!

whoa, now this is some makeover! the chevron is a neat idea in this space, and i'm loving the pantry and the chinese fortunes! i used to keep them, too-my favorite is the one that says "you will step on the soil of many countries." i'm trying to live up to that, lol.

You are so fun! I love you! The chevrons are so festive...! And all the special touches... The fortunes stand out to me too.. You go girl! You're my hero for having the gust to do it! And doing it well!

Thanks everyone. I am glad some people are liking it. I know my style is crazy and not everyone likes that. I absolutely love this kitchen and I love that it is a one of a kind. Crystelle, that has got to be the nicest comment I have ever got on my blog. You made my day!

I love your kitchen! It is so happy! Love all your special touches like the mirror and patterns and organizing! Would love to cook and eat in a kitchen as cute as yours! Sincerely, Patti H. Livonia, Michigan

Holy cow Lauren! That is one crazy, unique and wonderful kitchen makeover! I love how you completely made it your own. You go girl! The utensil sunburst mirror is really awesome, and I love how organized your spices and containers are. Great job!

Holy Crap! This is wild and fun and crazy and fabulous! That is a party kitchen if ever I saw one. That pantry organization is inspiring as well. Well worth the hard works on those cold snowy days:)If you get a chance this weekend I would love for you to share at Get Schooled Saturday!xxxKimhttp://too-much-time.com/2013/02/get-schooled-saturday-60.html

What a massive endeavor!!!I can barely get through painting 4 cupboard doors - great job - one of a kind kitchen reflecting your personality!!! ( I'm a chevron LOVER)Your newest followerWould love a follow back when you have the time ) Hugs,Suzan

Oh I love it. Not sure my hubby would let me do that to our kitchen, he is not so adventurous. Great work and thank you so much for sharing your fun kitchen at Bacon Time. Can't wait to see what you share next week.

Well, it IS a massive transformation. I don't necessarily think some of the design choices work, but you can always paint over the cabinets and remove the carpet when the time to sell comes along. I would get plastic carpet runners, though, so you don't ruin the carpet with water splashing from the sink or grease splashing from the stove.